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Pack Campout Interfaith Services
What is an Interfaith Service?
It’s a chance to live out the Scout Law’s call to be Reverent, while honoring the many faith traditions, spiritual practices, and personal beliefs represented in our Pack — including those still exploring what they believe.
An interfaith service is a short, inclusive gathering where Scouts, families, and leaders of diverse faiths come together to reflect on shared values like courage, friendship, or peace. These services are held on Sunday mornings before breaking camp, offering a moment of reflection and connection before heading home.
Services are Scout-led, age-appropriate, and respectful of all beliefs. They typically last about 30 minutes and are built around a central theme tied to the Scout Oath and Law.
Who Leads the Service?
Who Leads the Service?
Any interested adult volunteer can coordinate and lead a service — but ideally, Webelos and Arrow of Light Scouts plan and lead with support from their Den Leaders, the Religious Emblems Coordinator (REC), and other Scouters.
Younger Scouts may be invited to participate by leading songs, doing readings, or offering brief reflections.
What Goes Into Planning an Interfaith Service?
Organizers choose a theme to guide the rest of the service, then select appropriate prayers, readings, and songs. Once the program is crafted, the REC or another Scouter will assemble a booklet with lyrics, readings, or other content to help families participate.
Organizers may invite Scouts, Scouters, and family members to help with leading the service or specific sections.
We do not require families to share their faith background, but we welcome knowing about the traditions represented in our Pack if families wish to share. This helps us plan services that reflect the diversity of beliefs while keeping everything inclusive and Scout-friendly.
How Do We Choose What to Include?
Organizers may draw from a curated collection of interfaith-friendly materials used in Scouting America or bring in appropriate outside content. All content should suit an interfaith audience of Cub Scouts (K–5th grade) and their families. Any new materials should be approved by the REC or Key 3 before use. Choosing a theme makes it easier to find content with a consistent message.
What Should Families Expect
Participation is encouraged but never required. These gatherings are meant to include, not exclude — offering a moment of peace and reflection to start the day together. As a sign of respect, we invite all who attend to approach the service with the same reverence and focus Scouts are taught to show during flag ceremonies or moments of quiet reflection.
Example Service
Welcome / Introduction
Call to Worship
Opening Prayer
Opening Song
Thematic Reading (scripture, quote, or values-based)
Prayer of the Day (e.g., peace, unity, community)
Responsive Reading
Silent Reflection
Moment of Gratitude / Scout Sharing
Closing Prayer
Closing Song (optional)
Benediction
Scout Oath or Law (optional)
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